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Someone owes me money

Someone owes me money

General limitation period for civil debts (art. 1964 Civil Code). A properly served burofax interrupts it and the clock restarts.

Time limit running

5 years

Illustration of Juan checking a payment on a client's phone

Documents you need

  • Invoices or contract
  • Emails or messages proving the order
  • Bank statements
  • Any earlier demand letters

Where we start

Formal demand by burofax and, if unpaid, an order for payment procedure. First we check whether the debtor can actually pay.

What it costs

First consultation from €88, IGIC included. Fixed quote by brackets depending on the amount claimed.

General time limits, for guidance. Yours depends on the actual dates of your case: this page is not a substitute for advice.

Common questions

How long do I have?

General limitation period for civil debts (art. 1964 Civil Code). A properly served burofax interrupts it and the clock restarts.

Which documents do I need?

Invoices or contract; Emails or messages proving the order; Bank statements; Any earlier demand letters.

Where does it start?

Formal demand by burofax and, if unpaid, an order for payment procedure. First we check whether the debtor can actually pay.

What does the consultation cost?

First consultation from €88, IGIC included. Fixed quote by brackets depending on the amount claimed.

Tell us your case

First consultation from €88, IGIC included. Fixed quote by brackets depending on the amount claimed.

Tell us your case

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